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Does Mississippi’s new state law restrict citizens’ right to protest? A judge will decide
“It’s the law itself where the problem lies,” said Frank Rosenblatt, a Mississippi College School of Law associate professor who teaches classes about constitutional law and the First Amendment.
Scam callers pose as Mississippi PSC employees
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The Mississippi Public Service Commissioners urged Mississippians to be cautious of scam callers posing as Public Service Commission (PSC) employees. They said the individuals may attempt to solicit personal information or payment. On Monday, the PSC was contacted by a citizen reporting a phone call from someone claiming to be a […]
A look at some 2027 prospects who can play their way onto the 247 Top 100 this year
The initial 247 Sports list of top 100 prospects for the 2027 class was released last Wednesday. On it were five players from here in the state of Mississippi who made this first cut. That's good for them, but they are far from the only talented prospects in the state for that class. So here are some sophomores we believe are worthy of mention among the best in the country in their class.
17,000 AT&T workers in Southeast strike over contract negotiations
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — More than 17,000 AT&T workers in nine states across the Southeast are on strike after accusing the company of unfair labor practices during contract negotiations this summer. The Communications Workers of America — the union representing the striking employees — said workers walked off the...
Authorities led on pursuit along I-55 on Monday
CARROLL COUNTY, Miss. (WTVA) – Authorities were led on a pursuit along Interstate 55 on Monday. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office reports its deputies tried to stop a stolen vehicle that was driving north on the interstate near Vaiden. They report the driver fled north at speeds around...
Holcomb man faces multiple felony charges
CARROLL COUNTY - A Holcomb man faces multiple felony charges after a chase on Monday in Carroll County. 22-year-old Demtrius Harbin was arrested after a chase that began on Interstate 55 near Vaiden. Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle in the area, but the driver fled north at 100 miles...
DSU’s Pimentel to present unique woodwind recital
CLEVELAND, Miss. — Delta State University Professor of Music Dr. Bret Pimentel will present a captivating faculty recital on Thursday, August 29, at 7:30 p.m. in the Bologna Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. The recital, which is free and open to the public, promises to be a unique and innovative performance, featuring works for solo woodwind player with live electronics.
Kiffin and No. 6 Ole Miss are trying to avoid the ‘rat poison’ of high expectations
Lane Kiffin is no stranger to being part of a highly ranked team high on talent and with expectations to match. It’s less familiar territory at Mississippi, where rampant preseason hype hasn’t typically been an issue. It certainly is now. The Rebels are coming off their first 11-win...
Free Meals for All Students for the VWSD 24-25 School Year
VICKSBURG, Miss. – Vicksburg Warren School District (VWSD) is pleased to announce that all students enrolled in the district will receive free meals for both breakfast and lunch for the entire 2024-2025 school year. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring that every student has access to nutritious meals, which are essential for academic success and overall well-being.
Jenkins gets promotion at Renasant Bank
Renasant recently announced that Oxford resident Ryan Jenkins was promoted to Senior Vice President, Internal Audit Senior Manager. His office is located at the Tupelo Main branch on Troy Street. “We are proud to announce Ryan’s recent promotion,” said Ron Acker, Executive Vice President and director of Internal Audit. “He has been an asset and […] The post Jenkins gets promotion at Renasant Bank appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Long-time Keesler Federal Credit Union employee retires after 50 years of service
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - Long-time Keesler Federal Credit Union employee Bonnie Pierce was touched by the warm applause from her friends and colleagues on Monday. A celebration was held for her at the Keesler Federal Credit Union location in Biloxi because she’s retiring after 50 years of service, but she said it doesn’t seem like it’s been that long.
Police: Young man tried to rob store twice within 15 minutes in West Point
WEST POINT, Miss. (WTVA) — Police claim a man tried to rob a business twice in less than 15 minutes in West Point. Travonte Dixon, 23, is accused of trying to steal $3,000 worth of merchandise from a Hibbett Sports store. The incident happened Sunday afternoon, Aug. 18. Dixon...
Pete Golding to call Ole Miss defense from the coaches booth in 2024. He explains why.
It's been a while since current Ole Miss defensive coordinator Pete Golding has called a game from the press box and/or coaches booth. He wasn't able to during his five seasons with Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide due to an internal staff rule. Now that the NCAA has...
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